Karting Challenge
Discussion
Ok guys,
We have had a few good days out on the karts already this year, I have been discussing with Ted starting the Pistonheads Karting Challenge.
Would go something like this.....
8 races during the year - best 6 of 8 scores to count to league (gives you room to miss a couple and still be competitive.
Weight penalties to lighter drivers to event it up.
Arrive and Drive format - All helmets overalls karts etc provided.
Various kart circuits around the Country, on 8 different weekends.
Teams of 2 or more bodies (races will be charged per team not per person, so it is upto you.
Own forum and results etc all on PH
PH Trophies for each race.
There would be a small entrance fee per team or driver to enter the challenge to cover costs in organising it all, etc.
What we need at the moment is a guage of interest etc and your ideas, would be aiming to get this up and running ASAP if enough people are up for it.
So whadda ya think guys and girls
We have had a few good days out on the karts already this year, I have been discussing with Ted starting the Pistonheads Karting Challenge.
Would go something like this.....
8 races during the year - best 6 of 8 scores to count to league (gives you room to miss a couple and still be competitive.
Weight penalties to lighter drivers to event it up.
Arrive and Drive format - All helmets overalls karts etc provided.
Various kart circuits around the Country, on 8 different weekends.
Teams of 2 or more bodies (races will be charged per team not per person, so it is upto you.
Own forum and results etc all on PH
PH Trophies for each race.
There would be a small entrance fee per team or driver to enter the challenge to cover costs in organising it all, etc.
What we need at the moment is a guage of interest etc and your ideas, would be aiming to get this up and running ASAP if enough people are up for it.
So whadda ya think guys and girls
alunr said: I'm interested.
Can we include Daytona MK please - Loverly track!
Also how do you intend to deal with sites where half the Karts are crap?
Daytona will definately be on the agenda, also Whilton Mill, PFI, Shennington, Buckmore Park - Will stick to the top circuits where we can
And I will presonally check out all sites in advance, it's a hard job but someone has to do it..
>> Edited by dontlift on Wednesday 9th April 12:12
For those that cant raise a team - we can organise teams from individuals that are interested.
Also anyone that wants odd race here and there I am sure would be welcomed to make up numbers as I know it is hard with teams to get everyone to everyrace....
So we could easily operate a reserves list.
And yes I have heard thruxton is good, will have to give them a call and take a look
Also anyone that wants odd race here and there I am sure would be welcomed to make up numbers as I know it is hard with teams to get everyone to everyrace....
So we could easily operate a reserves list.
And yes I have heard thruxton is good, will have to give them a call and take a look
Yes it does boil down to a set of scales, a load of lead sheet and gaffer tape, and a specified minumum driver weight 
But hey it all adds to the fun
essentially it will be down to the drivers to ensure that are weighted up to the minimum, I can supply lead and seat liners if required to achieve this.
At each race we will check a number of drivers (not everyone) just to make sure that no one is cheating.
>> Edited by dontlift on Wednesday 9th April 13:15
But hey it all adds to the fun
essentially it will be down to the drivers to ensure that are weighted up to the minimum, I can supply lead and seat liners if required to achieve this.
At each race we will check a number of drivers (not everyone) just to make sure that no one is cheating.
>> Edited by dontlift on Wednesday 9th April 13:15
Sounds great but I am already running in two championships this year so even if I had the money I dont have the time.
As for track suggestions try Clay Pigeon, ok its in Dorset and a bit out the way but drive it once and you will love it. Its my next race.
As suggested Whilton Mill, raced there a couple of weeks ago and a great track.
Have you thought about Lydd, Bayford Meadows, Ellough Park www.karting.co.uk/tracks/TrackList.asp
As for track suggestions try Clay Pigeon, ok its in Dorset and a bit out the way but drive it once and you will love it. Its my next race.
As suggested Whilton Mill, raced there a couple of weeks ago and a great track.
Have you thought about Lydd, Bayford Meadows, Ellough Park www.karting.co.uk/tracks/TrackList.asp
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